Glossop vs Poynton — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Glossop

SK13 · Derbyshire

134

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences49
  • Anti-social behaviour21
  • Public order13

Poynton

SK12 · Cheshire East

17

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Vehicle crime3
  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Anti-social behaviour3

Poynton has less crime — 17 vs 134 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Glossop recorded substantially more crime than Poynton in April 2026 — 134 incidents compared to 17, a 7.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Glossop sees higher rates of Public order (13), while Poynton has more Vehicle crime (3). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Glossop or Poynton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Poynton recorded fewer crimes than Glossop — 17 vs 134 incidents. That is 87% fewer crimes. Poynton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Glossop and Poynton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Glossop saw higher rates of Public order while Poynton had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Poynton recorded fewer total crimes (17 vs 134).

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